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For our testing today we are using a Core i7 920 D0 system which we will overclock to 4.1ghz later. Room ambient temperatures were maintained at 24c.
Chassis: Enermax LuxuRay
Processor: Intel Core i7 920 D0
Motherboard: ASRock X58 Extreme 6
Cooler: Arctic Cooling Freezer 13
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Tracer (thanks to Crucial as always for this)
Storage: GSkill 60GB Sandforce SSD
Graphics: HD5870 modified Arctic Cooling Accelero XTREME
Power Supply: Thermaltake ToughPower 750W
Windows 7 Ultimate Edition 64bit
Thermal Diodes
Raytek Laser Temp Gun 3i LSRC/MT4 Mini Temp
Digital Sound Level Noise Decibel Meter Style 2
Firstly let us have a look at the chassis design and airflow, as it comes ‘out of the box’.
We are testing the case as it comes supplied, with the 120mm front intake and 120mm exhaust fan at the rear. While the case can accept up to 5 fans, there are only two supplied.
The airflow from both fans is quite impressive and the ambient temperatures are maintained at an optimal level.
Now we want to overclock the 920 D0 to 4.1ghz to see how this will affect not only CPU temperatures, but ambient flow.
The overclocked results are impressive, with only a slight rise in some of the ambient locations. The motherboard and memory temperatures rise slightly due to the increased heat in this area.
Now we will add two Enermax 120mm fans to the side panel, one in an intake (lower) and one as exhaust (top).
Simply by adding two high quality Enermax fans to the side panel we were able to reduce the temperatures of both the CPU and the graphics card. Sure, the differences aren't massive, but ambient temperatures were also reduced via our diode readings.
Wow, this is really pretty for such a low price. the fans add about 15 quid to the value, or more. dont often get two fans on a case this size. how does it compare to the thermaltake armor A60?
When did they start making cases? first ive heard of it. This looks not bad. I like the fan idea at the front. cant see too many of the Kitguru audience finding it a selling point, but their fans are excellent, on a noise and CFM level anyway.
I like the way you mix up the reviews here with top end and budget models. Really makes it useful for us peasants who cant afford the wicked tech.
I like the look of this, shall check it out based on this review. If we ever get it near here.
Everyone seems to just be trying everything lately ! corsair used to be memory, now they do PSU’s, SSDs, Cases. Enermax used to be power supplies, then fans, now cases. Same with OCZ.
Not knocking it, and I suppose it is needed to remain profitable in todays climate, it just seems so confusing that all makers are in so many areas.
I wouldnt buy this case, I dont like lighted fans, and while you can turn it off, I think I would spend a little more for something with better materials.
Ideal for my 14 year old son. thanks for the review, never knew they made cases. any idea of a release date?
It should be available in most locations, very soon. if not already.
The video is helpful as the images dont do the fan justice. I like the red LED strip colors. looks great. seems to be a well designed product. What the hell is that graphics card cooler you used !? thats massive, must be two inches bigger than the PCB under it.!
That is a rather cool budget case, have to say.
This case is very good. Purchased it last week. Everything fits and the material is very nice and glossy. Love the free fans and the removable dust protectors. Fans can even pop out for cleaning.Case is not too flashy, was done just right by Enermax.
I have the Enermax VOLCANUS as well. Perfect for my son who likes to play games.